1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Bluebird | C8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
